THE WORLD'S STEEPEST STREET RUN
From Always Aim High Events
- Date Sat 25th March 2023
- Time 16:00
- Location Harlech, Gwynedd
- Price £22.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Always Aim High Events is proud to present the 'World's Steepest Street Run' on Saturday 25th March 2023 in Harlech, Gwynedd. Taking place on the infamous Ffordd Pen Llech, with its jaw-dropping 37.45% gradient, this event offers participants the chance to conquer the steepest street in the world. The street gained international attention after a battle with Baldwin Street in New Zealand for the title, ultimately resulting in Ffordd Pen Llech being awarded the Guinness World Record. This unique event allows runners to experience the thrill of racing up this iconic street, surrounded by picturesque buildings and stunning views. Join us for a day filled with Welsh pride, eccentricity, and a challenging race that is sure to be unforgettable. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this historic event organized by Always Aim High Events, where profits go towards supporting local projects and community groups.
THE WORLD'S STEEPEST STREET RUN
Sat 25th March 2023
Organiser's Description
With a 37.45% maximum gradient Ffordd Pen Llech in Harlech shot to fame when it 'stole' the title of 'World's Steepest Street' from Baldwin Street in New Zealand. Yes, they then 'stole' it back again, but as they don't have a race up it you'll still be running in the 'World's Steepest Street Run'!
There are ten criteria a street must meet to be in contention with being named the steepest, including having to be a public thoroughfare and being fully surfaced, as well having buildings alongside the road. The awarding of the Guinness World Record to Ffordd Pen Llech and the battle from the previous holders in New Zealand to take the title back has captured imaginations world wide and people have flocked to Harlech to walk, cycle or even roll down the street - you just can't beat a bit of Welsh pride mixed with a sprinkling of the eccentric.
With Harlech already on the Always Aim High Events map as the location for our much loved sprint triathlon and duathlon, people started to ask and we just had to deliver!
This event is an Always Aim High Community Event. Profits from our Community Events go towards supporting amazing local projects and community groups like Harlech Triathlon Club, local Community Councils, local Mountain Rescue teams including South Snowdonia Mountain Rescue, Ogwen, Aberglaslyn and Llanberis MRTs, along with many more community projects.
There are ten criteria a street must meet to be in contention with being named the steepest, including having to be a public thoroughfare and being fully surfaced, as well having buildings alongside the road. The awarding of the Guinness World Record to Ffordd Pen Llech and the battle from the previous holders in New Zealand to take the title back has captured imaginations world wide and people have flocked to Harlech to walk, cycle or even roll down the street - you just can't beat a bit of Welsh pride mixed with a sprinkling of the eccentric.
With Harlech already on the Always Aim High Events map as the location for our much loved sprint triathlon and duathlon, people started to ask and we just had to deliver!
This event is an Always Aim High Community Event. Profits from our Community Events go towards supporting amazing local projects and community groups like Harlech Triathlon Club, local Community Councils, local Mountain Rescue teams including South Snowdonia Mountain Rescue, Ogwen, Aberglaslyn and Llanberis MRTs, along with many more community projects.
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